Tampere Improv Festival

The annual Tampere Improv Festival brings together improvisers of all levels from around Finland for a weekend of workshops, shows, and networking.

ACTION!

Tampere Improv Mini Festival 2026 is about doing, creating, and making things happen on stage. We celebrate bold choices, spontaneous storytelling, and the energy that makes scenes alive.

For two days, Tampere becomes a meeting place for improvisers, performers, teachers, and improv enthusiasts. Come to learn, play, perform, watch, meet new people, and get inspired by what happens when there is no script and anything can happen.

Workshops

All workshops take place on Saturday 17 October at Johanneksen koulu.

Lose Your Mind

Hosted by Emppu Jurvanen

ABC - Always Be Choosing

Hosted by Auri Itämäki

Damn, That's Hot! - Cancelled

Hosted by Rosaliina Ahvenjärvi

Unfortunately, Damn, That’s Hot! with Rosaliina Ahvenjärvi, scheduled for Saturday, 17 October, has been cancelled.

We’re sorry for the change and any disappointment this may cause.

Participants who have registered for the workshop will be contacted individually to discuss the available options.

Shows

Two evenings of improvisation at Tukkateatteri — one on Friday and one on Saturday.

Friday 16 October · 18:00–20:25

Millennial Crisis — Harriet
An energetic take on the Harold format, mixing group games and scenes to create stories that can make you laugh or cry.
FYI — Whirlwind
A physical freeform free-for-all that can take the performers — and the audience — anywhere the wind blows.
Crocodile Paws
A fast-paced two-person show full of scene painting, many characters, and unexpected moments ranging from hilarious to touching.

Saturday 17 October · 18:00–20:25

Terttu & Helmeri feat. Janne Malinen — TERTTU & HELMERI LOSE THEIR FUCKING MINDS
A wild and unpredictable performance combining free association, modal musical improvisation, Bouffon, jazz and theatre.
Duo Lämpimämpi — The Tipping Point
A surreal and physical longform show where real-life conversations meet an improvised fictional world.
Moro Motion — Now
Five artists meet on stage to explore physical improvisation through movement, instinct, and whatever feels true, funny, strange, moving, or necessary in the moment.

Both evenings include an intermission.

Tickets

Tickets for the shows are sold at the door at Tukkateatteri and can be paid by cash or MobilePay. Places are limited, come early to make sure you get a spot in the show! One ticket gives you access to all the shows on that day. If you want to join us for both Friday and Saturday, you’ll need a separate ticket for each day.

Regular — 10 €
The standard ticket price.

Discount — 5 €
A lower-price ticket is available for anyone who would benefit from it. No proof, explanation, or questions needed.

Supporter — 15 €
Want to give a little extra support to the festival? Choose the Supporter ticket and you'll also receive a special surprise item.

All ticket types are equally welcome — just choose the one that works for you.